Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

A gorse fire offshore - how to get a fire crew there in a hurry? 4 generations , 2 shops , there has to be a book in the story of McSweeneys, those strange dreams we get - what do they mean? And much more  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Passenger trains haven’t run to Youghal since 1987, but a growing local movement says it’s time to put them back on track. PJ Coogan spoke with Michael Beecher, chair of the East Cork Railway Alliance, about the group’s rapid growth, thousands-strong petitions, and the mounting frustration over gridlocked roads on the N25. Campaigners believe the return of the Cork–Youghal line could transform tra...

For over seventy years, McSweeney’s Corner Shop in Gardiners Hill has been more than a place to pick up the essentials, it’s been the beating heart of the neighbourhood. PJ spoke to fourth-generation family member Clíona who shares stories of her great-grandmother “Mrs. Mac,” the legendary “Mrs. Lovely,” and the shop’s award-winning Chester cake (or donkey’s gudge to locals). Hosted on Acast. See...

When a gorse blaze broke out on remote Heir Island, West Cork’s lifeboat crew raced against time to ferry firefighters to the scene. PJ spoke to Baltimore RNLI’s Aidan Bush and Minister for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity Christopher O’Sullivan about the tense operation, the unique challenges of fighting fires in isolated communities, and the environmental impact on this Special Area of Conserva...

Mohammed says he’s not a hero - but he certainly is - others would have started taking a video...Exciting times at Cork Airport - the future is as bright as it gets.. The Corkwoman who dreams about driving in Formula 1 & lots more   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Change is in store and PJ finds out what to expect from Cathal Nolan of Ireland's Weather Channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Danielle tells PJ how  Ireland’s most inclusive matchmaking revolution, complete with man auctions, queer garden parties, and a real-life Cilla Black showdown could be the ticket to your forever friend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork’s coffee king Brock Lewin spills the beans on the Irish AeroPress Championships to PJ Coogan – where underdogs, mad science, and explosive flavors collide in the most chaotic (and delicious) coffee battle you’ve never heard of and even reveals where the name Badger & Dodo came from. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From karting champion to F1000 trailblazer, Kayleigh "Kayls" Cole is defying expectations in motorsport PJ finds out where she is inspiring a new generation of girls to chase the checkered flag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Francis McEveney saw a gap in girls’ sports—and turned a simple idea into a celebration of ladies football, community, and inclusion. PJ found out how the Passage West man pulled off a monumental event Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Denis worried about the tariff trade war and says Ireland should cut its own deals because the EU clearly isn't good at it Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ speaks to Noreen Ring who explains how support has been growing. For more info see this Facebook page here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ gets tips from Kel Galavan on surviving the back to school costs including intriguing advice to "pay yourself first" See more Kel at Mrs Smart Money Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kenny Jacobs the boss of DAA was in town on Saturday, returning from his holidays through his favorite airport, Cork Airport. Our man from Corks 96FM Newsroom, Darragh Toal took the chance to doorstep him and ask a few questions about Cork airport.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So close but yet so far for our girls yesterday at the Camogie All-Ireland against Galway yesterday. Finny Mac, Corks 96FM GAA man talks to PJ about the agony, the ecstasy and the controversial ref! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mohamed Khathari is the kind of hero Cork needs PJ talks to a genuine hero who acted when someone was in trouble rather than video the incident as so many have done lately. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne tells PJ what he learned at the scene and we hear from Cork City Fire Brigade Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears there's plenty of government money where a GSOC rebrand is concerned, finds out how Aislinn inks dignity with her skilful medical tattoos, proudly backs our Rebelettes for Sunday with Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul went out and about to see the Rebelettes who were meeting the smallie Rebelettes and great memories were made by all! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork's Ellie & Waterford man Mark have cycled through Europe, through the Stans of Asia and are now in China where they catch up with PJ. Why? Because they want to! See also their blog here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears Angela went from spotting a gap in the ethical cloting market to stitching up Cork’s home décor scene—proving that sometimes, the best business ideas are right in front of your windows Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aislinn Horgan uses her tattoo skills to help people recovering from cancer, burns and transition surgery. PJ finds out how she started and how she helps make a sense of self. byaislinnstudio@gmail.com Instagram @byaislinn.ie also byaislinn.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We spoke to Leona back in June and knew she was made of warrior stuff! PJ hears that she has a great bit of news now and we're delighted! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inflation in food is way beyond the rest of the things we buy. Why, PJ asks Charlie Weston the Irish Independent Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Sheila from St Patrick's Camogie Club in Skibb, part of the grassroots spread of Camogie to all areas of Cork about the All-Ireland on Sunday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.